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RascalAngel · 02-13-2010, 04:06 PM

so basically if im going for a round trip of 10 days down to kerala from goa il have to get noc from cops/rto????

nicky_cool_dude_2004 · 03-09-2010, 12:16 AM

I'm planning a solo journey of approx 400-500 kms. From mumbai to pune - vai - mahabaleswar. i own a R15. What precautions do i need to take for the bike apart from the gear ill be wearing. Do i need to take breaks at certain intervals. This will be my first ever bike trip.

Aryan · 03-09-2010, 12:19 AM

@Nicky: Just keep your cool, remain calm and ride on. Simply enjoy the ride, and keep an eye on the road. That should be all, I believe. You know how to ride a motorcycle, you will easily make it.

Ride safe.

nicky_cool_dude_2004 · 03-09-2010, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aryan

@Nicky: Just keep your cool, remain calm and ride on. Simply enjoy the ride, and keep an eye on the road. That should be all, I believe. You know how to ride a motorcycle, you will easily make it.

Ride safe.

Thank you sir..

This trip i planned is just for enjoyment as i will be released from captivity of 5 years of strenuous studies..

Sarvajit · 03-09-2010, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nicky_cool_dude_2004

I'm planning a solo journey of approx 400-500 kms. From mumbai to pune - vai - mahabaleswar. i own a R15. What precautions do i need to take for the bike apart from the gear ill be wearing. Do i need to take breaks at certain intervals. This will be my first ever bike trip.

Since the R15 is a liquid cooled bike, you don't have to worry about overheating etc.
Tech wise also its foolproof. There is a spare fuse under the seat, learn how to change that. Carry a tubeless tyre puncture repair kit. I guess that should be enough precaution.
While riding, don't get swayed by empty roads, stick to a speed which will leave you with enough reaction time in case someone/something suddenly jumps in, for eg.keep the speed upto 80kmph on 2 lane roads&100kmph on 4 lane roads. Controlled speed blasts are also fine, keep an eye out for bigger vehicles changing lanes etc.
Of course you already know the importance of riding gear. You must use a balaclava inside the helmet. Keep a scratchless visor ready. Do NOT use tinted visor for night riding. If not accustomed, better avoid night riding.
Make sure that you stop freqently enough so as to not let your body get dehydrated&also eat light meals. Relax&enjoy the ride!

nicky_cool_dude_2004 · 03-09-2010, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarvajit

Since the R15 is a liquid cooled bike, you don't have to worry about overheating etc.
Tech wise also its foolproof. There is a spare fuse under the seat, learn how to change that. Carry a tubeless tyre puncture repair kit. I guess that should be enough precaution.
While riding, don't get swayed by empty roads, stick to a speed which will leave you with enough reaction time in case someone/something suddenly jumps in, for eg.keep the speed upto 80kmph on 2 lane roads&100kmph on 4 lane roads. Controlled speed blasts are also fine, keep an eye out for bigger vehicles changing lanes etc.
Of course you already know the importance of riding gear. You must use a balaclava inside the helmet. Keep a scratchless visor ready. Do NOT use tinted visor for night riding. If not accustomed, better avoid night riding.
Make sure that you stop freqently enough so as to not let your body get dehydrated&also eat light meals. Relax&enjoy the ride!

Thank you for the tips. I will surely keep them in mind..

chetanchandu2000 · 03-23-2010, 09:54 PM

Guys planning a ride in end of may or june starting....
i stay in bangalore...n any place around 500 to 600 kms is ok.. can u guys suggest me some places pls... i had a plan to ride to goa but this hot summer is pulling me back from tat plan..

hsinava · 03-25-2010, 04:37 AM

Planning a trip to Ganpatipule from Pune first week of April.. Does anybody know a decent route?

rubber_stamp_champ · 03-29-2010, 11:16 AM

how good is the idea of doing a leh trip commencing on May 1???

can someone jot down a check list???

@ mods

y not have a sticky separately for Leh???

Nitin_traveller · 03-29-2010, 11:23 AM

the best route for pune to ganpatipule is

Pune, Maharashtra, India to Ganpati Pule, Maharashtra, India - Google Maps

have lunch with solekadi at sangameshwar inn or something resturent.. just 5 KMs before sangameshwar with petrol pump there.. nice view and nice food..

feel free to contact me for any query..

02-13-2010, 04:06 PM	#101 (permalink)
RascalAngel Rostaad! Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Goa Posts: 118	so basically if im going for a round trip of 10 days down to kerala from goa il have to get noc from cops/rto???? __________________ 2004 Pulsar 150 DTSi

03-09-2010, 12:16 AM	#102 (permalink)
nicky_cool_dude_2004 Architect Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 177	I'm planning a solo journey of approx 400-500 kms. From mumbai to pune - vai - mahabaleswar. i own a R15. What precautions do i need to take for the bike apart from the gear ill be wearing. Do i need to take breaks at certain intervals. This will be my first ever bike trip. __________________ A fact -- It takes more love to share the pillion seat, than to share the bed. For all those who believe in responsible riding... Join my group here.. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=248049262861

03-09-2010, 12:19 AM	#103 (permalink)
Aryan Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New Delhi/ Shillong Posts: 18,275	@Nicky: Just keep your cool, remain calm and ride on. Simply enjoy the ride, and keep an eye on the road. That should be all, I believe. You know how to ride a motorcycle, you will easily make it. Ride safe. __________________ ...in search of that perfect world - My Travel Blog :)

03-23-2010, 09:54 PM	#107 (permalink)
chetanchandu2000 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: bangalore Posts: 156	Guys planning a ride in end of may or june starting.... i stay in bangalore...n any place around 500 to 600 kms is ok.. can u guys suggest me some places pls... i had a plan to ride to goa but this hot summer is pulling me back from tat plan.. __________________ The road Never ends..keep Riding.

03-29-2010, 11:16 AM	#109 (permalink)
rubber_stamp_champ Inferno Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: i wish i could live in the engine of my bike so as to feel the real heat Posts: 278	how good is the idea of doing a leh trip commencing on May 1??? can someone jot down a check list??? @ mods y not have a sticky separately for Leh??? __________________ Live the journey, destination is just a halt!

03-25-2010, 04:37 AM	#108 (permalink)
hsinava Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 6	Planning a trip to Ganpatipule from Pune first week of April.. Does anybody know a decent route?

03-29-2010, 11:23 AM	#110 (permalink)
Nitin_traveller Exceeding the Limits.. Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 360	the best route for pune to ganpatipule is Pune, Maharashtra, India to Ganpati Pule, Maharashtra, India - Google Maps have lunch with solekadi at sangameshwar inn or something resturent.. just 5 KMs before sangameshwar with petrol pump there.. nice view and nice food.. feel free to contact me for any query.. Last edited by Nitin_traveller; 03-29-2010 at 11:49 AM.

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